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WI passes legislation to protect private ownership of HMVs
A good step forward, but HMV owners need to stay vigilant
Date: February 24, 2010
Categories:  Tech Tips
10-Part "WWII in HD" series to air on History Channel
The History Channel is preparing to launch a new 10-part series called “WWII in HD”.
Date: August 21, 2009
Categories:  News  .   Tech Tips
Unraveling the mysteries of ... MV WINCHES
No matter how or if a winch is used on an MV, their operation and maintenance is often misunderstood and improperly performed. Tech writer Steve Turchet offers technical tips on how to do it the right way.
Date: February 20, 2009
Categories:  Restoration Tips  .   Tech Tips
TECH TIPS: Fuel tanks, engines & clutches
Steve Turchet answers readers' questions about a leaky gas tank, Cummins JT engines and clutch failure on a jeep. 
Date: February 17, 2009
Categories:  Tech Tips
MV BALL-KNUCKLE SERVICE
Inspections of a vehicle's steering knuckle is particularly important for vintage MVs.
Date: January 07, 2009
Categories:  Tech Tips
Tech Tips: With Steve Turchet
Advice on restoring a DUKW, trouble-shooting a radiator problem on a M151, helping out an overheating M38A1, and more, from "Tech Tips" expert Steve Turchet.
Date: November 19, 2008
Categories:  Tech Tips
DOES 12 PLUS 24 EQUAL 36?
A farm equipment dealer has an M880 he bought some time ago at a government sale but no one seems to want. It runs good, but I’m confused because it seems to have two complete electrical systems. There is a 12-volt civilian alternator on one side of the engine and one 12-volt battery. On the other side of the engine is a military 24-volt alternator and two 12-volt batteries. Was this a special truck that needed 36 volts for something?
Date: July 22, 2008
Categories:  Tech Tips
FINGER EXERCISE
What is the correct way to adjust the wheel bearings on my M151A1?
Date: July 22, 2008
Categories:  Tech Tips
MIRROR, MIRROR
    What is the correct kind of outside mirrors for HMMWVs?
Date: July 22, 2008
Categories:  Tech Tips
FOAMING AT THE TRANSMISSION
I have a 1955 GMC M211 with the stock HydraMatic transmission. I know the transmission is supposed to use 30 weight motor oil. But should I use detergent or non-detergent?
Date: July 22, 2008
Categories:  Tech Tips
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